Gardener & Handyperson
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.50 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kingston Upon Thames, South West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Staywell |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4376581162 |
Summary
Part time, 15 hours — 2 days per week, Mondays & Tuesdays
We are looking for a new person to join our dedicated community of staff and volunteers as part of our Handyperson team. The role will mainly focus on completing everyday gardening tasks for our clients along with other general repairs and maintenance, usually during the colder months. This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to work outdoors while doing good by supporting older and vulnerable people in the borough of Kingston upon Thames.
Role description
As a member of our Handyperson team, you will be out and about across the Kingston area every day, visiting clients and meeting new people in heart of the Kingston community. The requirements for each job are as varied as those who use our services, and no two days will be the same.
This role will focus on meeting the gardening needs of our Handyperson clients, which are proving increasingly popular with those who use the service. Typical tasks might include:
- Cutting back overgrown plants
- Lawn-mowing
- Garden clearance
- Weeding
- Clearing pathways and removing other trip hazards
You will be responsible for most requests involving these tasks outside the home. However, in quieter periods during the colder months, you will be expected to carry out other jobs carried out by our Handyperson team. This includes a wide range of DIY jobs around the house, from general repairs and installing lightbulbs to fitting draft excluders, curtain rails, grab rails or key safes.
The benefit you have on your clients will go far beyond the tasks themselves. With many of the older people we support struggling with social isolation and loneliness, your friendly presence and understanding of the issues they face will make a significant difference to their lives. By understanding Staywell’s other services, you can help signpost relevant additional support where needed to improve the quality of life of those in the community even further.
Requirements
- Full driving licence
- Weekly availability on Monday and Tuesday
- Physically fit
- Garden maintenance experience
- Knowledge and ability to carry out small maintenance tasks around the home
- Lives in or is able to commute to the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
As we work with vulnerable people at Staywell, a DBS check with be required for this role.
The following are also highly desirable for any candidate:
- A background in charitable or community-focused work
- Experience of working with members of the public
- Empathy with older people and an awareness of the obstacles they face day-to-day
- Reliable and punctual
- Trustworthy and conscientious, as you will be visiting people in their homes
Flexibility and being able to work additional hours where needed, such as to cover for other Handyperson staff on sick leave and holiday or during busy periods, is a plus.
Salary & benefits
Salary: £15.50 per hour (minimum 15 hours per week)
Benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave including public holidays (pro-rata FTE 36 hours)
- Pension scheme
- Group life assurance scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
How to apply
To apply for this role, please send a CV and short cover letter to recruit@staywellservices.org.uk.
You can send any questions to the same email address or give us a ring on 020 8942 8256 for an informal chat with our team about the role.
Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Please note a Disclosure of Criminal Records (DBS) check will be required for this role.
We are looking for a new person to join our dedicated community of staff and volunteers as part of our Handyperson team. The role will mainly focus on completing everyday gardening tasks for our clients along with other general repairs and maintenance, usually during the colder months. This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to work outdoors while doing good by supporting older and vulnerable people in the borough of Kingston upon Thames.
Role description
As a member of our Handyperson team, you will be out and about across the Kingston area every day, visiting clients and meeting new people in heart of the Kingston community. The requirements for each job are as varied as those who use our services, and no two days will be the same.
This role will focus on meeting the gardening needs of our Handyperson clients, which are proving increasingly popular with those who use the service. Typical tasks might include:
- Cutting back overgrown plants
- Lawn-mowing
- Garden clearance
- Weeding
- Clearing pathways and removing other trip hazards
You will be responsible for most requests involving these tasks outside the home. However, in quieter periods during the colder months, you will be expected to carry out other jobs carried out by our Handyperson team. This includes a wide range of DIY jobs around the house, from general repairs and installing lightbulbs to fitting draft excluders, curtain rails, grab rails or key safes.
The benefit you have on your clients will go far beyond the tasks themselves. With many of the older people we support struggling with social isolation and loneliness, your friendly presence and understanding of the issues they face will make a significant difference to their lives. By understanding Staywell’s other services, you can help signpost relevant additional support where needed to improve the quality of life of those in the community even further.
Requirements
- Full driving licence
- Weekly availability on Monday and Tuesday
- Physically fit
- Garden maintenance experience
- Knowledge and ability to carry out small maintenance tasks around the home
- Lives in or is able to commute to the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
As we work with vulnerable people at Staywell, a DBS check with be required for this role.
The following are also highly desirable for any candidate:
- A background in charitable or community-focused work
- Experience of working with members of the public
- Empathy with older people and an awareness of the obstacles they face day-to-day
- Reliable and punctual
- Trustworthy and conscientious, as you will be visiting people in their homes
Flexibility and being able to work additional hours where needed, such as to cover for other Handyperson staff on sick leave and holiday or during busy periods, is a plus.
Salary & benefits
Salary: £15.50 per hour (minimum 15 hours per week)
Benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave including public holidays (pro-rata FTE 36 hours)
- Pension scheme
- Group life assurance scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
How to apply
To apply for this role, please send a CV and short cover letter to recruit@staywellservices.org.uk.
You can send any questions to the same email address or give us a ring on 020 8942 8256 for an informal chat with our team about the role.
Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Please note a Disclosure of Criminal Records (DBS) check will be required for this role.